Brunson amassed 33 points (9-17 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four assists and two rebounds across 31 minutes in Friday's 146-112 win over the Jazz.

The New York Knicks jumped on the Utah Jazz with a 23-0 lead in their game Friday night, pitching a shutout for half the first quarter.

The New York Knicks (14-7) look to continue their dominance at Madison Square Garden, where they are 11-1 this season, when they host the Utah Jazz (8-13), who have won consecutive games for the first time this season after winning the front end of their Gotham back-to-back.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/jazz/onsi as Utah Jazz's Win Streak Snapped in Humbling Blowout vs. Knicks. It was an ugly night for the Utah Jazz in the second leg of their back-to-back on the road in the Big Apple, dropping in blowout fashion to the New York Knicks, 112-146 for their 14th loss on the year.

As the New York Knicks prepare to face off against the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden, basketball fans are in for an exhilarating match that promises high stakes and thrilling performances. The Knicks,

Deni Avdija (35 points, nine rebounds, seven assists) is on a rampage. The 24-year-old entered Friday’s contest averaging 30.0 points, 10.3 rebounds and 9.7 assists — drawing 17.3 free throws per game across his last four contests! Avdija connected on 14-of-15 free throws Friday, continuing his physical dominance.

Jalen Brunson avoided the worst. The Knicks’ star point guard was diagnosed with a Grade 1 right ankle sprain, a league source told the Daily News. Brunson was officially ruled out for Friday night’s game against Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden.

Jalen Brunson scored a season-low 15 points against the Celtics on Tuesday, but Mikal Bridges shouldered the offensive load, scoring a season-high 35 against their rivals.